Joyce Martin Obituary
Joyce Newcomb Martin of Clover passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the age of 77. She was born in Halifax County on June 15, 1946 to the late John “Jim” Newcomb and the late Sarah Martin Newcomb. She was married to the late Ernest E. Martin.
She was of the Christian Faith. Family was what Joyce treasured most, especially her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Left to cherish her memory:
Her Daughters
Sandra Charlene Martin Williams (Marty) of New Bern, NC
Barbara Jean Martin Wickham (Doug) of Christiansburg, VA
Amber Michelle Martin Moody (Eugene) of Halifax
Ten Grandchildren
Six Great Grandchildren
Siblings
Donna Martin (Benny) of Clover, VA
Ronnie Newcomb of South Boston
Dave Newcomb of South Boston
Host of Nieces and Nephews
***Preceded in death by***
One Daughter
Deborah Ann Martin Hunt
Two Brothers
John and Allen Newcomb
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dave Kidd officiating. Burial to follow in Ellis Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, one hour prior to the service at Powell Funeral Home.
For memorials, please consider Halifax County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 1891, Halifax, VA 24558.
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592
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